Mitchum Roll-On Deodorant skin reaction claims

If you've had a painful skin reaction after using Mitchum 48-hour Roll-On Antiperspirant or Deodorant, you may be entitled to compensation. Our specialist team is here to guide you - with no financial risk to you.

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19th July 2026

Can I make a Mitchum deodorant skin reaction claim?

You may be able to make a claim if you used one of the affected Mitchum Women’s or Men’s 48hour rollon antiperspirant or deodorant products and suffered a skin reaction as a result. We’re already supporting over 200 people affected by these products. If you feel you have been affected too, our team can support.

If you used a Mitchum 48hour 100ml RollOn Antiperspirant or Deodorant and developed skin irritation, redness, burning, blisters or scarring after using it, and the product matches one of the affected batch numbers listed in the UK government recall, you may have a legitimate claim.

A change in the manufacturing process affected certain batches sold in the UK, Ireland and South Africa, causing those batches to react differently on the skin. The products have since been withdrawn from sale. Even if your symptoms have settled, it is still worth speaking to us. We’ll tell you honestly whether you have a case, and a free, no-obligation case assessment costs you nothing.

You can find the official affected batch numbers here.

Example of a Mitchum deodorant skin reaction claim

Imagine someone who bought a Mitchum 48hour 100ml rollon deodorant and began experiencing severe burning and blistering under their arms within days of using it. The batch number on the bottle matched one of the recalled products, and they needed a course of antibiotics and steroid cream prescribed by their GP. If the product was defective due to a change in the manufacturing process – as Mitchum has acknowledged, this could form the basis of a valid product liability claim.

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What compensation can help with

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Covering your costs and recognising the impact.

Claims like these can help ensure companies take wider responsibility when manufacturing changes cause harm. Compensation can also offer validation and closure, after a harmful experience. Costs can also be recovered for further treatment and the need for other products to aid their recovery.

A successful Mitchum rollon deodorant skin reaction claim may help fund:

Pain and suffering caused by skin irritation, burns or blistering
Scarring or lasting skin discolouration
Emotional distress
Medical treatment costs, including prescriptions, GP visits, creams and antibiotics
Loss of income in applicable cases
Any other out-of-pocket costs directly related to your skin reaction

Understanding the potential value

Group action claims vary in value from person to person, even when they relate to the same product issue. The value of your claim will depend on the nature and severity of your skin reaction, whether you were left with any lasting scarring or discolouration, the medical treatment you required, and any financial losses you experienced. Once we understand what happened to you, we will give you clear, honest guidance on the likely value of your individual claim.

Understanding special and general damages

Compensation in cases like these is usually made up of general damages for the pain, discomfort and distress caused, and special damages for any out-of-pocket expenses such as prescriptions, GP visits, creams, travel costs or periods of lost income. Both categories of loss matter equally, and our team will make sure to cover the full impact of your experience.

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Why choose Fletchers for your Mitchum deodorant claim?

Product liability group actions require specialist expertise, both in the law itself and in coordinating claims for large numbers of affected people. Our Group Actions team has been proud to represent claimants in some of the UK’s most significant medical product cases. This means we know how to hold large companies to account and how to support individuals who have been harmed by a product they trusted. We’ll make sure your case is handled with the expertise and care it deserves.

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You're not alone

We understand what you're going through.

Discovering that a product or a brand you trusted has caused you harm can be worrying, and there’s a reason why the Mitchum skin irritation issue has been so widely reported. This was an off-the-shelf product sold in supermarkets, pharmacies and online retailers across the UK, and many people have experienced similar reactions.

Skin problems can be painful and distressing. They can also come with practical consequences – GP appointments, prescription costs, and in some cases, the need for antibiotics or steroid creams. Those costs can be recoverable, and you should not have to bear them yourself. Hundreds of people affected by the Mitchum deodorant recall have already come to us for support after experiencing harm.

From your first contact with us, we’ll handle every part of the process. We’ll keep you informed at every stage, and work to secure compensation that properly reflects what you’ve been through. You don’t have to do this alone.

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FAQs about Mitchum deodorant skin reaction claims

What happened with the Mitchum deodorant recall?

Mitchum confirmed that a change in the manufacturing process affected certain batches of its 48hour 100ml rollon deodorant products. These batches reacted differently on the skin and were sold in the UK, Ireland and South Africa. As a result, they were withdrawn from sale and included in an official UK Government recall. If the product you used matches one of the affected batch numbers and you experienced a skin reaction, you may be able to make a claim.

Am I eligible to make a Mitchum deodorant claim?

You may be eligible if you used a Mitchum 48-hour 100ml Roll-On Antiperspirant or Deodorant and developed a skin reaction – such as irritation, burning, blistering, or scarring – as a result. The product you used should match one of the affected batch numbers listed in the UK government recall. If you’re unsure, contact us for a free case assessment and we’ll advise you honestly.

What are the affected Mitchum product batch numbers?

You can view the batch numbers that are included in the recall here. The batch number can be found on the bottom of the bottle. You do not need to keep your receipt, but please keep the product itself if you still have it.

What evidence do I need to support my claim?

To help us investigate your case and build the strongest possible claim on your behalf, please try to:

Keep the product, including the bottle and any packaging, as it may be needed for testing
Note the batch number, which can be found on the bottom of the bottle
Take clear photographs of your skin reaction, including how it progresses over time
Keep any medical records, GP notes, prescriptions, or treatment details
Record dates and symptoms, including when you first used the product and when the reaction began

Even if your symptoms have now settled, this evidence can be vital in proving your case. You do not need to keep your purchase receipt – only the product itself.

What can I claim compensation for?

Depending on your experience, you may be able to claim for pain and suffering caused by skin irritation or burns, scarring or lasting skin discolouration, emotional distress or embarrassment, medical treatment costs such as prescriptions, creams, and GP visits, and loss of income if you were unable to work as a result of your injuries.

How long does a Mitchum deodorant claim take?

Group action claims of this kind can take time, as they involve coordinating evidence across a large number of claimants and negotiating with the defendant. Our team will keep you informed at every stage and give you a realistic picture of timescales once we have assessed your case. The most important thing is not to delay – contact us as soon as possible so we can begin investigating your claim.

What is the No Win, No Fee arrangement?

All of our Mitchum deodorant claims are handled on a No Win, No Fee basis. This means there are no upfront costs for speaking to our team or starting a claim. If your claim is unsuccessful, you do not pay Fletchers any solicitor’s fees. If your claim is successful, solicitor’s fees are taken from your final settlement amount. Our specialists will explain all associated costs and risks with you in detail before you proceed – there are no surprise fees.

What is the benefit of joining a group action?

By joining a group action, you stand alongside other people who have been harmed by the same product. This can strengthen the overall case, as it demonstrates the scale of harm caused. It also means legal costs and investigative work are shared, and a coordinated approach is taken to secure the best possible outcome for everyone involved.

Joining also holds the company accountable – which can be an important outcome in its own right for many clients.

My symptoms have cleared up - can I still make a claim?

Yes. Even if your skin reaction has now settled, you may still be able to claim for the pain, distress, and any costs you incurred at the time. It is still important to gather as much evidence as possible – including photographs taken during your reaction, any medical records, and the product itself if you still have it. Contact us for a free case assessment and we’ll advise you on your options.